Abhyanga (self-massage)
nourishes your body, mind and spirit to restore the balance of your doshas and enhances well-being.
SELF-MASSAGE OIL / BODY OIL: Get ready for a refreshing & uplifting massage experience! Sesame is Ayurveda's most commonly used oil because of its myriad of beneficial uses, earning it the name "the king of oils". The blend of the Sesame and Sunflower oils along with the herbs neem and tulsi (Indian holy basil) helps to soothe skin while rosemary and thyme calms the body promoting the blood circulation in body.
ORGANIC INGREDIENTS: We are committed to producing the highest quality Ayurvedic products using USDA certified organic ingredients that are sustainably sourced and fairly traded. This product is Not tested on animals and is Made in the U.S.A. Ingredients: organic virgin sesame oil (sesamum indicum), organic sunflower oil (helianthus annuus), organic neem (azadirachta indica), organic tulsi (ocimum tenuiflorum), organic rosemary (salvia rosmarinus) and organic thyme (thymus vulgaris) essential oils
HOW TO USE: As a grounding and deeply nourishing massage oil, Abhyanga oil is traditionally applied 30-45 minutes before bathing to nurture and hydrate the skin. Practice self massage at least 2-3 times a week to enjoy and relish the true benefits of oil massage.
SENSITIVITY/REACTION: To avoid sensitivity/reaction, spot test the oil on a patch of skin and wait 24 hours to see if a rash or redness develops. If it does, you should avoid using the oil altogether.
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Although abhyanga
is very simple to perform, the first few sessions may seem daunting to newbies. Select a comfortable and leisurely day so that you can carefully plan your steps and slowly start incorporating it in your daily routine as you gain experience.
You may start by taking the oil as it is or by warming the oil. To warm the oil, place the bowl of abhyanga
oil in a larger vessel of hot water. Test the temperature by putting a drop on your inner wrist. The oil should be comfortably warm and not hot. Sit or stand on a towel that you don’t mind ruining because of oil accumulation.
Start the massage gently but firmly, by taking about one tablespoon of oil at a time. Begin with the face, massaging in circular motion on your forehead, temples and cheeks. Massage your ears and ear lobes as well, as they are seat to important marmas
or vital points. Always massage towards the direction of your heart- long strokes on arms and legs and circular strokes on joints and chest. Follow the path of the large intestine- moving up on the right side and then across and then down to left. Finish the abhyanga
by spending a couple of minutes massaging your feet. Massage the whole body for a total of 15-20 minutes with patience.
Abhyanga
oil is traditionally applied 30-45 minutes before bathing to let the body absorb the oils & herbs.
Enjoy a warm bath. If needed, use a mild herbal soap to rinse off the oil.
Keep a special towel to dry yourself after an abhyanga
bath as it may get ruined in the long run due to accumulation of oil.
When to avoid Self-Massage?
Avoid doing self-massage during menstruation or any physical discomfort
Do not practice self-massage after your meals and while having indigestion or constipation
Avoid self-massage during fever or over broken skin
Self-massage should not be done if you have a fracture or dislocation
